Carved Bamboo Scholars in Landscape Brushpot

A carved bamboo 'scholars in landscape' brushpot Qing dynasty,…
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A carved bamboo 'scholars in landscape' brushpot Qing dynasty, 19th century, of cylindrical form on three shallow feet, the sides deeply carved with a continuous scene of scholars and officials with attendants in various pursuits, some inspecting a scroll, others drinking wine, others seated painting or playing go, amongst gnarled pine trees and bamboo groves in a landscape of rocky cliffs, an inscription to one side Song Yin Ju Xian, Jia Wu Xia Yue Shang Geng, 16 cm high

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  • Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.

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